“These cream cheese Danish pastries are a breeze to make and absolutely delicious!”
These delectable Danish pastries are a perfect blend of flaky puff pastry, creamy filling, and a tangy lemon glaze. They’re easy to make, and the result is a beautiful and delicious treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients:
For the Pastries:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Frozen puff pastry (2 sheets), thawed | 1 package |
For the Cream Cheese Filling:
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| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese, softened | 8 oz |
| Granulated sugar | 1/3 cup |
| Pure vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Lemon juice | 1 tablespoon |
| Egg yolk | 1 |
| All-purpose flour | 1 tablespoon |
For the Egg Wash:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Egg | 1 |
| Water | 1 tablespoon |
For the Lemon Glaze:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Powdered sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Lemon juice | 1-2 tablespoons |
Optional Toppings:
- Fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, etc.)
- Sliced almonds
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Unfold puff pastry sheets on a floured surface and cut each into 9 squares.
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Make the Filling:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, lemon juice, egg yolk, and flour until smooth.
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Assemble the Pastries:
- Press the center of each pastry square to create a well.
- Add 1 tablespoon of filling to each well.
- Optionally, top with berries or almonds.
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Egg Wash and Bake:
- Whisk together egg and water for the egg wash.
- Brush pastry edges with egg wash.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
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Make the Glaze:
- Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
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Glaze and Serve:
- Cool pastries slightly.
- Drizzle with lemon glaze.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
